Glædelig Jul! That’s “Merry Christmas” in Danish, in case your Northern European language skills are only so-so. Today, I am pleased to share some festive designs inspired by the Nordic countries: these die cut Scandinavian Christmas cards!
The idea for these cute little cards came from all the fun, Scandinavian-themed Christmas decor I have been seeing lately. I just find the stylized animal motifs to be very charming. And, since I’ve never visited any Scandinavian countries myself (based on their geographical location), it’s easy to envision it being a pretty, picturesque Christmas landscape.
Whether you’ve been looking for the perfect, handmade card to add to a thoughtful gift, or you’re just in a crafty mood this season, these cards certainly fit the bill!
I use Adobe Illustrator for all of my designs, and a Cricut Maker to bring my creations to life. For tips on creating fun paper cuts like this one, see the FAQ section on my website. Also, be sure to check out the other holiday freebies available on my blog!
Enjoy making your very own, adorable Scandinavian Christmas cards! I hope you have as much fun putting it together as I did. Be sure to share your results with me on Instagram!
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Mandee is a professional graphic designer, amateur bird watcher, and rollercoaster enthusiast. She is a wife to hardworking high school teacher and mommy to three adorable little humans. She fell in love with graphic design when she started working on a comedy website with a guy she met her freshman year of college. Design wasn’t the only thing she fell in love with, and they were married a year and a half later. She created Designs By Miss Mandee to be a place where she could merge her passion for design with her lifelong love of crafting. 12 Comments on Scandinavian Christmas Cards – Holiday Cut Files
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Dee King
December 15, 2020 at 6:37 am (1 month ago)There is beauty in the simplicity of these. Thank you Mandee for a look at something Christmas from another culture. Would also work well as an ornament for the tree.
Mandee
December 15, 2020 at 8:24 am (1 month ago)Thank you Dee—I’m so glad you like them! And these would definitely convert to ornaments easily!!
sandra
December 15, 2020 at 6:56 am (1 month ago)I especially love these as I am of Scandinavian descent. How perfect for sending to my relatives. Thank you for sharing your creative talents with us. They are lovely, as is everything you create. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Mandee
December 15, 2020 at 8:24 am (1 month ago)Aww, thank you Sandra! I’m so glad they can pay homage to your heritage!!
Pacloue
December 15, 2020 at 9:40 am (1 month ago)Thanks you, It’s cute
Mandee
December 15, 2020 at 5:22 pm (1 month ago)You are very welcome!!
Kathy
December 15, 2020 at 9:52 am (1 month ago)Your card creations are adorable, I am of northern European decent too. My great grandparents on my maternal grandfather’s side immigrated from Sweden to Canada. I think they must have come from Vikings since my family really likes to fight. Your cards are very well done, clever and cute too. Thank you for sharing you talent!
Mandee
December 15, 2020 at 5:23 pm (1 month ago)Haha, “I think they must have come from Vikings since my family really likes to fight.” I love that! 😂
So glad you enjoy these new designs, and that they can be reminiscent of your heritage.
Marie Andersson
December 15, 2020 at 12:28 pm (1 month ago)Of course I had to have this cardset-cutting files. Even if I´m living in Sweden and so happy you like our style of design. The horse is called Dalahäst (horse from Dalarna).
If you ever think of coming to Sweden give me a hint – I love to guide you and of course you are welcome to my home!
Mandee
December 15, 2020 at 5:25 pm (1 month ago)Ooo! I’d love to take you up on that. I remember doing a report on Sweden in High School, and I’ve wanted to visit ever since. 😀
maman-cocci
December 15, 2020 at 3:14 pm (1 month ago)c’est tout mignon ! merci
Mandee
December 15, 2020 at 5:26 pm (1 month ago)You are very welcome!! 😊